Survey Crew Chief

URC Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and advancement opportunities

Paid travel time

Company-paid lodging

Job summary

URC Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects is seeking a Survey Crew Chief in Salt Lake City to lead a multidisciplinary survey crew across the Rocky Mountain Region. This role involves supervising field surveys, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and maintaining high-quality work standards.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of four years experience, strong leadership abilities, and a proficiency in surveying equipment. The position offers competitive pay, mentorship opportunities, and travel benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience working as a Survey Crew Chief.
• Proficiency in surveying techniques, methods, and equipment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a survey crew in conducting field surveys.
• Conduct field surveys using total stations and GPS equipment.
• Prepare detailed field notes, sketches, images, and reports.

Skills

Surveying techniques

Leadership and communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Total stations

GPS receivers

Trimble equipment

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Survey Crew Chief in Salt Lake City to lead a multidisciplinary survey crew across the Rocky Mountain Region, handling horizontal and vertical control projects, ROW and boundary retracements, DOT projects, railroad and municipal surveys.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a survey crew in conducting field surveys, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and maintaining high-quality work standards.
• Interact with engineers, other surveyors, and project managers to understand project requirements, provide updates on survey progress, and address any concerns or issues that arise during the survey process.
• Conduct field surveys using total stations, GPS equipment, terrestrial scanning, UAS, levels, and other surveying instruments to collect accurate measurements and data.
• Ensure routine maintenance and calibration of surveying equipment is completed annually.
• Coordinate equipment repairs and replacements as needed.
• Ensure work truck maintenance is completed along with mileage logs and safety audits; the assigned work truck is a responsibility of the crew chief.
• Prepare detailed field notes, sketches, images, and reports documenting survey activities, observations, and findings.
• Maintain accurate records of survey data, equipment inventory, and project documentation.
• Implement quality control procedures, reviewing survey data/reports for completeness and accordance with project requirements.
• Provide training, guidance, and mentorship to junior surveyors to enhance their skills and knowledge in surveying techniques, equipment operation, and safety practices.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards governing surveying practices.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience working as a Survey Crew Chief.
• Proficiency in surveying techniques, methods, and equipment, including robotic total stations, GPS receivers, and digital levels.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to effectively manage a crew and collaborate with Wilson & Company staff during project execution.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and attention to detail, with a focus on delivering accurate and reliable survey data.
• Familiarity with surveying software for data processing and analysis.
• Valid driver’s license; willingness to travel for work assignments away from Salt Lake City.
• High school diploma or equivalent; FAA Part 107 UAS pilot license preferred.
• Experience utilizing Trimble equipment is preferred.
• Preference for candidates with Trimble surveying equipment experience.
• Note: Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.

Salary and Benefits

Annual Salary Range: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour (depending on experience).

Perks and Benefits:

• Mentorship and advancement opportunities.
• Support staff (PLS, CAD and geospatial technicians) will assist with project understanding and goals.
• Paid travel time to/from work site.
• Company‑paid lodging (GSA rate) when traveling.

We are proud to be an EEO employer and maintain a drug‑free workplace, conducting pre‑employment background checks.